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Antique Questions Forum / Re: Unknown Automaton - mystery makers mark

« on: February 15, 2010, 02:44:36 pm »

yes, i'll have to cut away the stitching in her clothing but I'm curious enough to endure some sewing.

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Antique Questions Forum / Re: Unknown Automaton - mystery makers mark

« on: February 15, 2010, 01:39:23 pm »

a lady in a doll chat thinks that it could be a reproduction. I really can't tell unless I get into the box to see the mechanics. If that's so, it's a good thing i didn't pay very much for her. Anyway, let me know if anyone comes across that crossed arrow mark.

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Antique Questions Forum / Re: Unknown Automaton - mystery makers mark

« on: February 15, 2010, 11:21:33 am »

The mechanism is in a box that is fully covered. I can fine no way to peek inside, which drives me crazy because I'm a gearhead at heart. I just can't see damaging the box covering tho.

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Antique Questions Forum / Unknown Automaton - mystery makers mark

« on: February 15, 2010, 08:19:19 am »

Hello!
 I recently aquired this automaton. It plays 2 musical movements. The doll sways from side to side. Her head & arms move as well. She has a cork pate & her pate opening is very slanted. Her stationary eyes do not bulge so i'm guessing they are not paperweight. Her mouth is closed. Her bisque is very pale & appears to be pressed bisque. I've added photos. If anyone out there has come across this marking please let me know.
Kind wishes,
Vanessa